Acer 630 series manual Contents

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First things first	iii
Your guides	iii
Basic care and tips for using your computer	iv

1 Getting to know your TravelMate	1
A TravelMate tour	3
Front view	3
Left view	4
Right view	5
Rear view	6
Bottom view	8
Features	10
Indicators	12
Using the keyboard	14
Special keys	14
Touchpad	22
Touchpad basics	22
Storage	24
Hard disk	24
AcerMedia drive	24
Using software	25
Audio	27
Adjusting the volume	27
Power management	28
Moving around with your TravelMate	29
Disconnecting from the desktop	29
Moving around	29
Taking the computer home	30
Traveling with the computer	32
Traveling internationally with the computer	32
Securing your computer	34
Using a computer security lock	34
Using the Smart Card	34
Using passwords	40

2 Customizing my computer	43
Expanding through options	45
Connectivity options	45
Upgrade options	50
Using system utilities	53
Notebook Manager	53
Launch Manager	53

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Contents TravelMate 630 series Page Your guides First things first Turning your computer on and off Basic care and tips for using your computerTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packContents Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices Index Troubleshooting my computerTravelMate Page Front view TravelMate tourDescription Left view Right view Rear view Description Bottom view Description Multimedia FeaturesPerformance DisplayHuman-centric design and ergonomics ConnectivityExpansion Icon Function Description IndicatorsIcon Function Description Lock key Description Using the keyboardSpecial keys Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Desired access Num lock on Num lock offHot keys Windows keysKey Description Hot key Icon Function Description Euro symbol Click on Start, Settings, Control Panel Launch Keys Launch key Default applicationEmail checking function Touchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Center Tap Button Buttons Hard disk StorageAcerMedia drive Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Region code Country or region DVD movie will automatically play after a few secondsAudio Adjusting the volumePower management Preparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around with your TravelMate Moving aroundWhat to bring to short meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to long meetings What to bring with you Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer Traveling with the computerWhat to bring with you Using the Smart Card Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Page Running PlatinumSecure Registering your Smart CardPlatinumSecure Options Smart Card Manager Change PasswordEncrypt/Decrypt Running PlatinumKey Using passwords Entering passwords Setting passwords Computer Page Connectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Fast infrared Built-in network featureUniversal Serial Bus PC Card slot Ieee 1394 portEjecting a PC Card Inserting a PC CardPort expansion devices Upgrade optionsMemory upgrade Installing memoryPage Swapping AcerMedia drive modules Launch Manager Using system utilitiesLaunch Manager and 802.11b Wireless LAN Bios Utility PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility Troubleshooting my Page Nothing appears on the screen Frequently-asked questionsNo audio is heard from the computer Image is not full-screenPrinter does not work Want to set up my location to use the internal modemKeyboard does not respond Infrared port does not workTroubleshooting tips Error Messages Corrective Action Error messagesInternational Traveler’s Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call You are required to provide the following information Name Troubleshooting my computer Specifications Page Display and video MicroprocessorMemory Data storageSystem Weight and dimensionsPorts EnvironmentOptions PowerAppendix a Specifications Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices of your computer Use conditions FCC noticeCTR Important safety instructionsModem notices Remarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiensPage Laser compliance statement Year 2000 compliance statement Lithium battery statementTick notice Macrovision copyright protection noticeIndex Types